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From the desk of Dr Nandita Shah...
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With our population growing exponentially, nearly everyone can say that the world is no longer what it used to be. I grew up surrounded by nature, and at a time when plastic was new. Single use plastic was not available, and computers and mobile phones were non-existent. There was space and time.
Today the world has changed. Cancer is becoming increasingly commonplace. Cancer occurs when a group of body cells multiply exponentially and with their uncontrolled growth they kill the organism. This is symbolic of our activity in the world! We humans have grown out of control, to the detriment of biodiversity and nature. Man made products are everywhere and we cannot do without them now – our mobile phones, computers, the plastic. Are we humans a cancer that will kill our planet, our only home? The extreme weather, species extinction and disease are all symptoms of our planetary destruction. Will we collectively wake up in time? Or will the cancer kill us? Time will tell…
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Highlights
SHARAN has centres in Mumbai and Delhi where we can host you with customised programs – private kitty parties, birthday parties, or any other celebrations with a twist. We will customise fun games, delicious meals and entertainment for your event in our centre, or in your home, and make sure that you have a cool time. Your event will have a long lasting effect and your guests will thank you for that. Ask us about it – manager@sharan-india.org or message – +91 9769117747 and let’s plan some exciting events together! To know more about our regular personalised programs at your home, work space or for your group, click here
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World Earth Day
22nd April is World Earth Day.
Take out 1.5 minutes today to see what is happening to our home.
Honestly, it’s time to ACT.
Recipe - Instant Mac & Cheese
Ingredients
- ½ cup raw cashew nuts
- ½ cup raw almonds
- ½ cup oats
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- 2 tbsp mustard powder
- 2 tsp dried onion flakes
- 2 tsp unrefined salt
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 1 cup nutritional yeast
Method
In a blender, take all the ingredients together and blend to a powder. Prepare with ½ cup powder + 1 cup of your favourite plant milk.
Note
This recipe uses many nuts. Please keep your nut limit in mind if you are working on disease reversal.
Serves 4-5
Food For The Mind
FACEBOOK SUPPORT GROUP
If you love Facebook, then join us to be supported on your plant-based journey. We offer 2 possibilities.
1. SHARAN India is SHARAN’s main Facebook page which you can like and follow for getting useful daily updates and news from the plant-based health world. You will also get news about the latest SHARAN events, see testimonials, and more.
2. SHARAN’s Vegan Support Group is an open support group to know more about vegan/plant-based lifestyle. Here you can ask questions and share inspiring stories, tips, recipes, etc.
All our doctors and presenters will be here to answer your questions and give you tips. If you have attended our events join this group to be a part of our family.
Please like the main SHARAN page and join the group(s) applicable to you.
Other platforms to be connected and know more…
- WhatsApp
- Instagram
- YouTube – English & Hindi
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Real Summer Coolers
Summers are getting warmer each year. Sea levels are rising, oceans are warmer, longer and intense droughts threaten crops, species extinction is common…..our planet’s biodiversity is under risk. “Climate change” we utter and move on, expecting the authorities to work on it.
But it could be that those very authorities are fuelling the crises. The only hope lies in each one of us. If we wish to leave a better place for the forthcoming generations, we had better start NOW! We, as individuals need to take charge of our planet. Read to find out what you, as an individual, can do to invite better summers…
1. Replace meat
Animal agriculture leads to deforestation. This is the single largest contributor of greenhouse gases, water shortages, land degradation and biodiversity loss! The UN and FAO report of 2006, titled ‘Livestock’s Long Shadow’, states that a global shift towards a plant based diet is vital to save world. The good news – there are so many meat replacements that you won’t feel deprived!
2. Replace Dairy
Cows bred for milk and meat produce large amounts of methane, one of the most potent greenhouse gases. With so many delicious plant based dairy alternatives, we can feed our tastebuds without depending on cows.
3. Replace Plastic
Plastic and climate change are totally connected. As plastic bags decompose, they release greenhouse gases and carcinogens into the atmosphere. Avoid accepting that plastic carry bag or buying things that are unnecessarily packaged in plastic.
4. Go Organic
The chemicals in pesticides are destroying the soil. When you start demanding organic, you force the farmer to grow organic.
5. Use energy-efficient items
Invest in eco-friendly products and initiatives. Walk, cycle, re-use, recycle and don’t waste.
6. Practice Minimalism
‘I walked into a shop and realised that there are so many things that man can do without’, said a famous philosopher.
7. Remember that our children will face greater challenges
We are facing a problem of overpopulation. Contemplate before having children. Children face even greater survival challenges in a quickly changing world. Many people choose to be child free precisely for this reason. Why not adopt or work with children or animals instead?
8. Make others aware
Speak up! Many people are too caught up in daily challenges to think long term. Take time to learn and make others aware.
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All Events
Most of our events are online now, so you can join us from anywhere in the world. Click to know more…
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| What is SHARAN? |
Sanctuary for Health and Reconnection to Animals
and Nature (SHARAN) is a social enterprise with
the goal of spreading awareness about holistic
health and an ecologically sustainable
compassionate lifestyle.
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| Compiled & Edited by: |
This newsletter is compiled by SHARAN Head of Mumbai, Reyna K Rupani. She facilitates the Six Weeks to Health Gain & Weight Loss program and also conducts health talks for schools, groups, corporates and more.
April 2025 | Issue: 241
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